Abstract
In professional and scientific circles it is well known that karst areas are extremely sensitive to pollution due to their specific geomorphological and hydrological features. However, the question is how aware the local population is of the dangers and consequences brought by irresponsible behaviour, particularly related to disposal of municipal waste and sewage. The paper provides an overview of this problem in Podbablje Municipality in Dalmatinska Zagora region. The research was conducted by interviewing a random sample of 50 persons in the chosen study area. The survey examined local residents’ current practices regarding waste management as well as how their practices changed over the last 20 years.
Keywords: karst area, Podbablje Municipality, pollution, the problem of municipal waste and sewage disposal